One of the reasons he has such faith in them is because of the team’s emphasis on discipline.

“Every week, the coaches teach us discipline and how to be perfect out there,” said senior linebacker Elijah Ujcich. Ujcich blocked a punt and converted it for a touchdown in the win over Liberty, one of the team’s many forced turnovers.

Despite a loss in Week 2, Ujcich said that the defense was forced to work harder by their desire to better themselves.

“Last week hurt, letting up on just one or two plays and letting them score,” Ujcich said. “This week we just wanted to be perfect and let nothing through.”

Lexington's defense has a disciplinary mindset that is amplified by the way that they feel responsible for each other.

“We make sure we have each others’ backs, then we go from there,” Lexington junior defensive back MasonSanders said.

Their defense always puts their focus on protecting one another, which they say leads them to a stronger performance.

The Tigers have won two of their first three games, but there is still plenty of season left.

“The focus is definitely discipline and charactermbuilding,” Hollingsworth said, when asked what the plan was for the rest of the season.

While there were plays and strategic changes in mind, Hollingsworth was sure that the base of success for the Tigers came from their team bond and hard work.

“We believe if we can stay close-knit, then everything else will take care of itself,” Hollingsworth said.

Sanders and Ujcich also said that the team’s commitment to bettering themselves was what has led them to their victories.

The Tigers believe that their discipline will lead them to a strong season, and Hollingsworth claims that the team is full of leaders.

And as the offense continues to improve, Lexington's defense will continue to be called up to come up with points like the seven points that came up with in Week 3 for the 10-6 win over Liberty.